We're working with several major libraries to include their collections in Google Books
and, like a card catalog, show users information about the book, and in many cases, a few
snippets – a few sentences to display the search term in context.

What does a Google Books Library Project book look like?

When you click on a search result for a book from the Library Project, you'll see basic
bibliographic information about the book, and in many cases, a few snippets – a few
sentences showing your search term in context. If the book is out of copyright, you’ll be
able to view and download the entire book. In all cases, you'll see links directing you to
online bookstores where you can buy the book and libraries where you can borrow it.

Full View

Limited View

Snippet View

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To see close-ups of these pages and to learn more about Google Books features, view our
Screenshots.

What's the goal of this project?

The Library Project's aim is simple: make it easier for people to find relevant books –
specifically, books they wouldn't find any other way such as those that are out of print –
while carefully respecting authors' and publishers' copyrights. Our ultimate goal is to
work with publishers and libraries to create a comprehensive, searchable, virtual card
catalog of all books in all languages that helps users discover new books and publishers
discover new readers.